South Africa begin their Group B campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with quiet confidence, buoyed by strong recent form. Therefore, we predict that the nominal hosts will emerge triumphant in Monday's clash against Angola (1-0). Bafana Bafana are unbeaten in their last five matches and have been particularly effective in home conditions, averaging over 2 goals per game. The return of winger Oswin Appollis is a timely boost, adding pace and directness to an attack that has looked increasingly balanced. Defensively, South Africa have been solid, conceding just 0.80 goals per match overall and regularly keeping opponents at arm’s length.
Angola travel to Morocco with mixed momentum and face a setback with the injury to prolific forward Zine Salvador, a significant loss given their issues in front of goal. While Palancas Negras are generally competitive and capable of keeping games tight, Angola have failed to score in half of their recent matches and lack consistency in both boxes. Their defensive numbers are respectable, but sustained pressure could expose weaknesses against a disciplined South African side.
Given South Africa's better form and stronger squad depth, we are tempted to place our bets on Home Win. Half-Time Draw and Under 2.5 goals markets should also be considered as both sides are likely to adopt a cautious approach in the Group B opener.
This Africa Cup of Nations 2025 match will be played on Monday 22 December 2025 at 17:00.
What is our South Africa vs Angola prediction?
Our prediction for this match: South Africa 1 - 0 Angola
South Africa vs Angola Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-0
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): No
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Under 1.5 Goals
- Goalscorer: Lyle Foster @ 225 Odds
- To be booked: Domingos Nurio Fortuna @ 200 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 2.5
- Total Corners: 6 - 8 @ 150 Odds
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View OfferSouth Africa Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddwww | 2.00 |
| Home | ddwww | 2.33 |
| Away | ddwd | 1.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.70 | 3.67 | 1.25 |
| Scored | 1.90 | 2.50 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 1.17 | 0.25 |
| BTTS | 60% | 83% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 17% | 75% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.36 | 1.22 | 1.57 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.98 | 0.94 | 1.05 |
Angola Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wddlw | 1.20 |
| Home | llwlw | 1.17 |
| Away | lwdd | 1.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.67 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.17 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.50 | 1.25 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.73 | 1.69 | 1.78 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.94 | 0.88 | 1.02 |
South Africa vs Angola Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
South Africa (43%)
7 Matches
Angola (14%)
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